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Be Mine Bazaar returns to Lake Zurich on Feb. 1Jan 28, 2026 7:57 pm - Phase Three Brewing in Lake Zurich hosts a Valentine's-themed sip-and-shop event called Be Mine Bazaar on February 1st, featuring local artists, makers, and specialty foods.
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Sign up for Endeavor Health webinar on ‘The Art of Saying No’Jan 28, 2026 7:39 pm - An Endeavor Health webinar explores the importance of setting boundaries to support mental health
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Get ready to lace up: A guide to outdoor ice skating rinksJan 28, 2026 3:48 pm - Embrace the winter chill and head outside for free skates or hockey at local ice rinks across the suburbs.
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An unexpected connection leads to the perfect book for a grandbaby’s journeyJan 28, 2026 3:30 pm - A couple weeks ago I received an email from a 96-year-old mentor. Dr. David McKenna asked me if I would be willing to read his unpublished manuscript with an eye toward writing an endorsement. Given our longtime friendship, I said yes.
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‘Strength in Love’: Fox Valley Christian Alliance hosts 12th annual MLK prayer breakfastJan 28, 2026 12:37 pm - The annual Aurora community prayer breakfast was held on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, sponsored by the Fox Valley Christian Ministerial Alliance.The theme "Strength to Love" was reflected in speeches by pastors and lay people, urging community service and unity.
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Indulge in artisanal chocolates and learn about cacao at the Morton ArboretumJan 28, 2026 9:54 am - The Morton Arboretum in Lisle is hosting a Chocolate Weekend on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, featuring chocolate confections and unique items from local artisans and chocolatiers.
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Power of storytelling: Saint Viator presents ‘Big Fish’ for its 60th anniversary musicalJan 28, 2026 9:47 am - Saint Viator High School’s 60th anniversary musical, “Big Fish,” invites audiences to step into a magical world and explore the relationship between a father and son.
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Elgin’s Voices Unlimited Chorus seeks new singers for concert honoring America’s 250th birthdayJan 27, 2026 11:35 pm - Voices Unlimited Concert Chorus is accepting new members for their spring concert "America...Keep Singing" on May 17.
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Wade Center Lecture explores ‘Fantastic Five’ writers’ views on justice in fantasy literatureJan 27, 2026 10:56 pm - On Thursday, Jan. 29, the Marion E. Wade Center at Wheaton College presents the 2026 Wade Center Hansen Series Lecture Part I. "The Horns of Elfland: On Fairy-Story Justice,“ a lecture by Dr. Jim Beitler and a response by Dr. Kimberly Sasser, associate professor of English.
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PADS of Elgin receives $78,000 gift from Theresa Nollette’s estateJan 27, 2026 9:00 pm - Theresa Nollette, a dedicated social worker, left a $78,000 donation to PADS of Elgin from her estate, presented by her husband Michael Janusz.